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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 14, 1939

Page

5

America's Stand for Democracies Opposes Plan in Congress

Washington reports congressional advocates of neutrality clash with Roosevelt's stance as editors and senators debate the nation’s economic barter plan. Critics charge propa ganda and warn the U S may drift into war while House Affairs Committee urged to tighten statutes.

Washington Congressional Roosevelt Nyid 'i School of Service House ‘Affairs Committee Csquerreis

Aerial Tankers Plan Mentioned By London Aviation Desk

London aviation correspondent notes a plan to convert three Barrow bombers into aerial tankers for refuelling. The initiative aims to support operations over Newfoundland, with a June opening and capacity details hinted at, as preparations proceed for the service start.

London Rus Newfoundland

Defence Plans and Atlantic Coast Defences Expanded

Military planners in Canada outline expansion of defence estates with large aircraft numbers and long range artillery. Atlantic coast protection, air bases, and coast guard preparations are emphasized with non permanent militia mobilization and training. Negotiations with the United Kingdom influence equipment availability as Canada funds new armament purchases and aims to enlarge its permanent and militia forces.

al Pat S Plene Serpe Ieee Wil Ogi Canada Vancouver Bris Columba Wu Wil Atlantic Raed United Kingdom Sto Miers

War Materials Export Licences Highlight British Planes

United States export licences linked to Britain's military programme totalled 23,000,88 dollars with 35,009,000 for aircraft and accessories. Britain's share exceeded 13,000,000 dollars for aeroplanes. Italian and German licences amounted to 15,009 dollars.

Washington Thuretay Britain

League of Nations Sends Documents to U S for Safety

Geneva reports the League of Nations forwarded important documents to the United States at the World Fair. The dispatch is described as not for safety but as a historical exhibit.

Geneva League of Nations United States Mie Krapia

Civic Welcome To The Bishop Of Goulburn

A Civic welcome to His Lordship Bishop Me ujre is planned at the Council Chamber this Friday morning at 11 30 by John Esmond Mayor. Queanbeyan residents are invited to attend this civic welcome as part of local civic activities.

Queanbeyan Lally Bishon Meujre

Haberdashery Ad Promises Bargains and Quality Goods

A vintage style shop notice lists Haberdashery and Fancy Goods with references to names like Ger trude Campbell and Manuka Aronte. It advertises reliable work, a price of £12 10, and mentions Times and other scattered details. The fragmentary text hints at a store in a city with contact phrasing and assorted product categories.

Market brighter as tension eases in London

London stock markets steadier amid belief international tensions are easing. Traders optimistic on Trans-Atlantic trade and recoveries amid improving sentiment and steadier demand.

London

Tenders for digging trenches in Bullock Paddock area

Tenders addressed to the Director General Department of Works Canberra must reach by 2 pm 18 April 103%. Open to persons registered for employment in the Australian Capital Territory for trench digging on 90 acres of Uberra Afforestation Bullock Paddock. Tender forms available from Surveyor General and Chief Property Canberra ACT. No tender necessarily accepted.

Fenders Dinderor-General Department of Works Canberra Australian Cepital Uberra Act HW. Y. C. Thorby

War Book Prep in Commonwealth Finalization

Melbourne reports Premier M A Dunstan announced state efforts for war book inclusion. Commonwealth Government set August for readiness, with completion expected within a month.

Melbourne M.A. Dunstan

Dr McGuire to Make Official Visit to Queanbeyan

Dr McGuire, bishop of the Goulburn Diocese, makes his first official visit to Queanbeyan today with a civic welcome at the Council Chambers. He will also travel to Canberra to conduct a solemn Requiem Mass at St Christopher's Church for the late Mrs Lyons.

Pr. McGuire Goulburn Queanbayan Fete Aial Thet Municipal MrGuire Canberra Bt. Christopher’s Church Mra HL Lyons

Flying Clipper London Flight Plans From Southampton

The American flying boat Yankro Mppar, returning to South ampton from Foyner, will depart at 7 am tomorrow for Marseilles on the first stage of a 1000 mile round trip to Baltimore. Berlin reports fourteen minors were killed and many injured in a coal mining explosion on Thursday.

London Osdawatey Yankro Southampton Foyner Bhanhim Atlantic Air Service Marseilles Baltimor Berlin Thur

Arab Leader Surrender in Syria Reported in Jerusalem

Cairo reports a Jordanian minister says Arab bands in Palestine surrendered to Syrian authorities with 18 followers. Two Arabs and one Jew were shot in Haifa and Jaffa as patrols thwarted an attempt to damage the area. The Sewieh stander notes Jews rely on the United States to avoid Palestine decisions detrimental to Jews. South Africa police force protests to strengthen South West Africa police by joining with the Union.

Jerusalem Palestine Syria Haifa All Sewieh Stander Br ‘Mann Cairo United States of America Jewish Inter South Africa Jomannebburg Weduasder Tes Union Patice Foros

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